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Underdog Kennels
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Dog Trainer Underdog Kennels - 3.6 Dallas, TX Job Details Part-time | Full-time 7 hours ago Benefits Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Referral program Qualifications Pet care Animal handling Full Job Description About Underdog Kennels Dog Daycare and Boarding Underdog Kennels isn't your average dog boarding facility — and our track record proves it! We've been voted "Best of Dallas" three years running (2023, 2024, 2025) , and we've built that reputation by doing things the right way: offering luxury amenities, enriching activities, outstanding care, and a genuine commitment to the dogs and families we serve throughout DFW. Now we're entering an exciting new chapter! We're launching a brand-new Training Academy, in our state-of-the-art, 18,000 square foot in Dallas facility. After 11 years, we have recently relocated to a new, bigger, better building at the cross-roads of where I35E intersects with 114 and 183, providing easy access to owners from many upscale neighborhoods. We are also expanding with a second dog boarding facility located in McKinney, slated to open in July 2026. This facility will provide many Board & Train opportunities for dogs from the Frisco / McKinney / Prosper area. We have thousands of customers so you'll have a built-in client base, a world-class facility designed to support excellent training, and a team that takes the craft of dog hospitality as seriously as you do training. The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced, certified dog trainer to build and lead our new Training Academy from the ground up! This is a rare chance to shape something meaningful — defining curriculum, setting the standard, and making a real impact on dogs and their owners across DFW. What You'll Do Design and execute individualized Board & Train Programs for resident dogs Conduct Private training sessions for doggy daycare clients and boarding guests Help launch and shape our new training program, including structure, curriculum, and standards Communicate progress to owners with clear updates and handoff instructions Collaborate with kennel staff on dog behavior, enrichment, and daily care What We're Looking For CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, or equivalent certification required Proven hands-on experience with board-and-train programs Skilled across a range of behaviors: obedience, leash manners, reactivity, and socialization Excellent communicator — you explain training concepts clearly and build lasting client trust Open to trainers from varying methodological backgrounds How to Apply Send your resume, certifications, and a brief description of your training approach to: We're serious about quality, and we'd love to hear what drives your passion for training. Tell us your story and "why" you're the most qualified to lead this program. Compensation is negotiable based on experience.